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uuCleaning uExterior Care
Maintenance
Aluminum is susceptible to deterioration caused by salt and other road
contaminants. When necessary, as early as possible use a sponge and mild detergent
to wipe away these contaminants. Do no t use a stiff brush or harsh chemicals
(including some commercial wheel cleaners). These can damage the protective finish
on aluminum alloy wheels, resulting in corrosion. Depending on the type of finish,
the wheels also may lose their luster or appear burnished. To avoid water stains,
wipe the wheels dry with a clot h while they are still wet.
The inside lenses of exterior lights (headlig hts, brake lights, etc.) may fog temporarily
if you have driven in the rain, or after the vehicle has been run through a car wash.
Dew condensation also may build up inside the lenses when there is a significant
enough difference between the ambient and inside lens temperatures (similar to
vehicle windows fogging up in rainy conditions). These conditions are natural
processes, not structural design problems in the exterior lights.
Lens design characteristics may result in mo isture developing on the light lens frame
surfaces. This also is not a malfunction.
However, if you see large amounts of wa ter accumulation, or large water drops
building up inside the lenses, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Honda
Clarity Electric dealer.
■Maintaining Aluminum Wheels
■Fogged Exterior Light Lenses
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Handling the Unexpected
If a Tire Goes Flat
Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
If the tire has a large cut or is otherwise severely damaged, you will need to have the
vehicle towed. If the tire only has a smal l puncture, from a nail for instance, you can
use the temporary tire repair kit so that you can drive to the nearest service station
for a more permanent repair.
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then stop in a safe place.
1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level, and non-slippery surface and apply the parking
brake.
2. Change the gear position to
(P.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights an d set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK).
1 Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
The kit should not be used in the following situations.
Instead, contact an authorized Honda Clarity Electric
dealer or a roadside assistance to have the vehicle
towed.
•The tire sealant has expired.•More than one tire is punctured.
•The puncture or cut is larger than 3/16 inch (4 mm).
•The tire side wall is da maged or the puncture is
outside the contact area.
•Damage has been caused by driving with the tires
extremely under inflated.
•The tire bead is no longer seated.•The rim is damaged.
Do not remove a nail or screw that punctured the
tire. If you remove it from the tire, you may not be
able to repair the puncture using the kit.
When the puncture is:Kit Use
Smaller than 3/16 inch (4 mm)Yes
Larger than 3/16 inch
(4 mm)No
Contact
Area
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Handling the Unexpected
Power System Won’t Start
Checking the Procedure
When the READY indicator does not come on and the Ready To Drive message
does not appear on the driver informatio n interface, check the following items and
take appropriate action.
ChecklistConditionWhat to Do
Check if the related
indicator or driver
information interface
messages come on.The Remove Charger Connector message appearsRemoving a charge connector. Set the power
mode to ACCESSORY, then to ON.
The Low Battery Charge . Power Reduced. message appearsCharge the High Voltage battery.
2Charging P. 440
The Temperature Is Too Cold For Vehicle To Operate
message appears.2 Driver Information Interface Warning and
Information Messages P. 100
The To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message
appears.
u Make sure the smart entry remote is in its operating range.
2 POWER Button Operating Range P. 152
2If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak
P. 512
The POWER SYSTEM indicator comes on.Have your vehicle checked by an authorized
Honda Clarity Electric dealer.
The transmission system indicator blinks and Transmission
Problem Apply Parking Brake When Parked message
appears.The power system can be activated as a
temporary measure.
2 If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks
along with the Warning Message P. 523
Check the brightness
of the interior lights. The interior lights are dim or do not come on at
all. Have the 12-volt battery checked by an
authorized Honda Clarity Electric dealer.
The interior lights come on normally. Check all fuses, or have your vehicle checked by an authorized Honda Clarity Electric dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 530
Check the Security
System Alarm
indicator.When the Security System Alarm in dicator is blinking, the power
system cannot be turned on.
2 Security System Alarm P. 147
1Checking the Procedure
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle or booster battery to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 514
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Handling the Unexpected
Jump Starting
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the power
system, then open the hood.
1.Connect the first jump er cable to your
vehicle’s 12-volt battery + terminal.
2. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
u If you use a booster battery, only use a
12-volt booster battery.
u When using an automotive battery
charger, select a charging voltage lower
than 15-volt. Check the charger manual
for the proper setting.
3. Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.
■Jump Starting Procedure1Jump Starting
Securely attach the jumper cables clips so that they
do not come off when the power system vibrates.
Also be careful not to ta ngle the jumper cables or
allow the cable ends to touch each other while
attaching or detaching the jumper cables.
12-volt Battery performa nce degrades in cold
conditions and may prevent the power system from
starting.
3WARNING
A 12-volt battery can explode if you do not
follow the correct procedure, seriously
injuring anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking
materials away from the 12-volt battery.
Booster Battery
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Continued
Handling the Unexpected
4.Connect the other end of the second
jumper cable to the motor/gear case as
shown. Do not connect this jumper cable to
any other part of the vehicle.
5. If your vehicle is connected to another
vehicle, start the assisting vehicle’s engine,
and increase its rpm slightly.
6. Attempt to start your vehicle’s power
system. If it isn’t turn on, check that the
jumper cables have good metal-to-metal
contact.
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Handling the Unexpected
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating
The High Temperature. Power Reduced. message appears on the driver
information interface when the pow er system temperature is high.
2Driver Information Interface Wa rning and Information Messages P. 100
1.Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
u Change the gear position to
(P and set the parking brake. Turn off all
accessories and turn on the hazard warning lights.
2. Keep the power mode on, and wait until the message goes off.
u If the message does not go off, have the vehicle inspected at an authorized
Honda Clarity Electric dealer.
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uuIndicator, Coming On/BlinkinguIf the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks
Handling the Unexpected
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or
Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• The brake fluid is low.
• There is a malfunction in the brake system.
■What to do when the indicator comes on while driving
Depress the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure.
• If normal, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop.
• If abnormal, take immediate action. If necessary, slow the vehicle
using the deceleration paddle selector.
■Reason for the indicator to blink
• There is a problem with the electric parking brake system.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
Avoid using the parking brake and ha ve your vehicle checked by an
authorized Honda Clarity El ectric dealer immediately.
1If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks
Have your vehicle re paired immediately.
It is dangerous to drive with low brake fluid. If there
is no resistance from the brake pedal, stop
immediately in a safe plac e. If necessary, downshift
the gears.
If the brake system indicator and ABS indicator come
on simultaneously, the elec tronic brake distribution
system is not working. Th is can result in vehicle
instability under sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Honda
Clarity Electric dealer immediately.
If the brake system indicator (red) blinks at the same
time when the brake system indicator (amber) comes
on, the parking br ake may not work.
Avoid using the parking brak e and have your vehicle
checked by an authorized Honda Clarity Electric
dealer immediately. 2 If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes
On or Blinks at the Same Time When the
Brake System Indicator (Amber) Comes On
P. 521
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uuIndicator, Coming On/BlinkinguIf the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message
Handling the Unexpected
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along
with the Warning Message
■Reasons for the indicator to blink
The transmission is malfunctioning.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
• Immediately have your vehicle inspected by
an authorized Honda Cl arity Electric dealer.
• Change the gear position to
(N after
turning the power system on.
u Check if the
(N position in the
instrument panel and the indicator on
the
(N button light/blink.
u The power system cannot be turned on
unless the parking brake is set.
2 Turning on the Power P. 366
1If the Transmission System In dicator Blinks along with the
Warning Message
You may not be able to turn on the power system.
Make sure to set the parking brake when parking
your vehicle.
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow
your vehicle. 2 Emergency Towing P. 531
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